The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition provides high performance suitable for intensive tasks such as gaming, 3D rendering, or engineering software, with a high-quality display and dedicated graphics card. However, it is heavier and has shorter battery life, which could be a compromise on portability. In contrast, the Maypug 15" Laptop is more budget-friendly, lightweight, and offers longer battery life, making it ideal for general use like browsing, office tasks, and media consumption, yet it may struggle with more demanding applications due to its basic processor and graphics capabilities. Consider the ASUS if performance is a priority and you can handle less portability, or choose the Maypug for casual use with better battery life and easy carrying. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition
Good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Very good speakers
Good keyboard
Advantages of the Maypug 15" Laptop
Good portability
Key differences
General Use
7.6/10
5.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
283.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
6.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is good for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition offers a powerful CPU, abundant RAM, and a high-quality screen, which makes it well-suited for a variety of tasks, but it is less portable due to its weight and size. In contrast, the Maypug 15" Laptop's less capable processor, lower RAM, and lower-resolution display make it less ideal for demanding use, though it is lighter and potentially easier to carry.
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
5.6/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is good for gaming and AI, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition excels in gaming and 3D applications because it has a high-performance GPU and a high refresh-rate screen, whereas the Maypug 15" Laptop falls short with a basic GPU and a standard refresh-rate screen. Additionally, the ASUS's superior CPU and screen quality contribute to its better suitability for these intensive tasks, compared to the Maypug's entry-level CPU and lower screen quality.
Engineering and Design
8.0/10
5.6/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is very good for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is superior for engineering and design due to its powerful AMD Ryzen 9 CPU, ample RAM, and dedicated AMD RX 6800M graphics card, which collectively outperform the Maypug 15" Laptop's Intel Celeron processor, lower RAM, and basic integrated graphics, providing a smoother experience with demanding engineering software and better screen resolution for detailed work. Additionally, the ASUS's higher screen quality supports intricate design tasks whereas the Maypug offers better portability and quieter operation but falls behind in performance and display capabilities, which are essential for engineering applications.
Content Creation
7.7/10
5.9/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is good for content creation, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.3/10
5.9/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is good for software development, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Screen Quality
7.9/10
5.7/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
283.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has a better screen than the Maypug 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition offers a strong combination of resolution, brightness, and panel type suited for everyday tasks and precise engineering and design work, despite lacking the high refresh rate required for the smoothest 3D gaming experience. The Maypug 15" Laptop falls short on screen quality across all categories due to lower resolution and brightness, making it less vibrant for general use and less precise for engineering and design applications. Additionally, its poorer refresh rate, resolution, and panel technology hinder performance in 3D environments, limiting the overall visual experience for gamers and professionals in 3D modeling.
Battery
9.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has 9 hours of battery life. The Maypug 15" Laptop has 7 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Fair
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Maypug 15" Laptop has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
5.1/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has good build quality, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,500
$600
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has a price of $1,500 and the Maypug 15" Laptop costs $600.
"The Asus ROG Strix G15, as the first in a line of "AMD Advantage"-branded notebooks, is a statement that yes, you can get a premium AMD gaming notebook. Maybe you can't have it all, but you can get pretty close. The ROG Strix G15's combination of the AMD Ryzen 5900HX and Radeon RX 6800M, as well as other technologies that take advantage of them, make a potent, thin gaming machine. Powerful Dolby Atmos speakers and long battery life when you aren't gaming are nice bonuses."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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